100 Bible Verses For Comfort And Encouragement

In times of distress, there are Bible verses for comfort and encouragement that sink deep into our hearts and make us whole again.

These Bible verses of comfort and encouragement speak to us in different ways.

Are you looking for comforting and encouraging Bible verses for family devotions and personal upliftment during difficult times?

As you know, God’s word is always relevant. We hope this article helps you find what you are looking for in this 100 Bible Verses for Comfort and Encouragement.

With all ravaging around the world today, what other feeling is there than the feeling of being comforted by the bible while meditating deeply on the encouragement it gives?

Here are 100 Bible verses for comfort and encouragement to help you find the comfort you seek.

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Bible Verses For Comfort And Encouragement

Comfort

1. 2 Timothy 1:7

For God has given us not a spirit of fear but one that gives us strength, love, and self-discipline.

2. Psalm 27:13-14

I remain convinced that I will see the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living. Wait on the Lord; be strong, and wait on the Lord.

3. Isaiah 41:10

Fear not, therefore, for I am with you; do not be afraid, I am your God. (God) I will help you and strengthen you; I will support you with my righteous right hand.

4. John 16:33

(God) These things I have told you that you may have peace in me. You will have trouble in this world. But recover! I have overcome the world.

5. Romans 8:28

For we all know that God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his will and purpose.

6. Romans 8:37-39

For in all these things, we are more than conquerors through him who loved us. For I well know that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor demons, nor the future, nor the present, nor any powers, 39 nor depth, nor height, nor anything else will separate us from the God’s love that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.

7. Romans 15:13

May the God who offers hope fill your heart with all peace and joy as you trust him to overflow with hope by the power of the Spirit.

8. 2 Corinthians 1:3-4

Blessed be the God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and the God of all comfort, 4 who comforts us in all our tribulation, so that we may comfort those with the comfort we receive from God.

9. Philippians 4:6

Do not be anxious over anything, but in everything, along with prayer and supplication, let your petitions be made known to God.

10. Hebrews 13:5

Your lives should be free from the love of money while being content with what you have because God has said, “I will never leave you or forsake you.

11. 1 Thessalonians 5:11

Therefore, brethren build up and encourage one another just as, in fact, you are doing.

12. Hebrews 10:23-25

Let us hold fast to the hope we profess, for he who promised is faithful. 24 and may we consider how we may spur one another to love and good works, 25 not giving up your meeting together, as some have the custom, but encouraging each other— as you behold the day drawing near.

13. Ephesians 4:29

Do not let unwholesome talk come out of your mouth, but only that which helps encourage others according to their needs so that those who listen will benefit.

14. 1 Peter 4:8-10

Keep loving one another deeply because love covers a multitude of sins. 9 Show hospitality to one another. 10 Each of you should use whatever gift you have to serve others as stewards of God’s grace in its varied forms.

15. Galatians 6:2

Bear ye one another burdens, and thus fulfill the law of Christ.

16. Ecclesiastes 4:9-12

Two are better than one because they have a good reward for their work. 10  If one of them falls, one can help the other to rise. But woe to anyone who is alone and has no one to help him. 11 Also, when two lie down together, they warm themselves. But how can a man be warm alone? 12 Though one may be overpowered, two may defend themselves. A cord of three strands does not break quickly.

17. 1 Thessalonians 5:14

And we urge you, brothers, to admonish those who are idle and disruptive, to encourage the fainthearted, to help the weak, and to be patient with all.

18. Proverbs 12:25

Anxiety in a man weighs down the heart, but a kind word cheers it up.

19. Ephesians 6:10

Finally, brethren, be strong in the Lord and the power of his might.

20. Psalm 56:3

What time I’m afraid, I will trust in thee.

21. Proverbs 18:10

The name of the Lord is a fortified tower; the righteous run to him and are safe.

22. Nehemiah 8:10

Nehemiah said, “Go and enjoy choice foods and sweet drinks and send some to those who have nothing prepared. This day is holy. Do not grieve, brothers, for the joy of the Lord is our strength.

23. 1 Chronicles 16:11

Seek ye the Lord and look for his strength; always seek his face.

24. Psalm 9:9-10

The Lord is a refuge to those persecuted, a refuge in troubled times. 10 For those who know your name trust you, Lord, for you have never forsaken those who seek you.

25. 1 Peter 5:7

Throw all your anxiety upon the Lord because he cares about you.

26. Isaiah 12:2

Surely God is my salvation; I will believe, and I will not be afraid. The Lord, the Lord himself, is my glory and my praise; he became my salvation.

27. Philippians 4:13

 All this I can do through him who gives me strength.

28. Exodus 33:14

The Lord saidth, “I will go with you, and I will give you rest.

29. Psalm 55:22

Cast thy cares upon the Lord, and he will sustain thee; he will never let the righteous be shaken.

30. 2 Thessalonians 3:3

For the Lord is faithful and will establish you and protect you from evil.

31. Psalm 138:3

When I called, you answered me; you encouraged me a lot.

32. Joshua 1:9

Didn’t I command you? Be strong and brave. Do not worry; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.

33. Hebrews 11:1

Now faith is assured expectation of what we hope for and the certainty of what we do not see.

34. Psalm 46:10

For you shall know that I am God; I will be magnified among nations, I will be exalted on the earth.

35. Mark 5:36

Jesus heard what they were saying and said to him, “Do not be afraid; just believe.

36. 2 Corinthians 12:9

He saidth unto me: “My grace is enough for you, for my strength is made manifest in weakness.” Therefore, I will boast of my weaknesses that the power of Christ may rest on me.

37. Luke 1:37

For no word from God ever fails.

38. Psalm 86:15

But thou oh you, Lord, are a compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger, abounding in love and faithfulness.

39. 1 John 4:18

For in love, there is no fear, but perfect love casteth out fear because fear has to do with punishment. He who is afraid is not perfect in love.

40. Ephesians 2:8-9

For it is by the grace of the Lord that you have been saved through faith—and that is not of yourselves, it is the gift of God—9 not of works so that no one can boast.

41. Matthew 22:37

Jesus answered: “‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind.

42. Psalm 119:30

I have chosen the path of faithfulness; I have focused on your laws.

43. Isaiah 40:31

But those who wait in the Lord will be strengthened. They will soar like eagles’ wings; they will run and not grow weary; they will walk and not faint.

44. Deuteronomy 20:4

The Lord is your God who goes with you to fight for you against your enemies to give you victory.

45. Psalm 73:26

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Although my heart and flesh may fail me, God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.

46. Mark 12:30

And you must Love the Lord with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength.

47. Matthew 6:33

But seek ye first the kingdom and its righteousness, and all these things will be given to you.

48. Psalm 23:4

Though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and staff comfort me.

49. Psalm 118:14

The Lord is my strength and my defense; he has become my salvation.

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Encouragement

50. John 3:16

For God loved the world so much, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have eternal life.

51. Jeremiah 29:11

For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.

52. Isaiah 26:3

You will keep in peace the steadfast minds because they trust in you.

53. Proverbs 3:5

Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding.

54. Proverbs 3:6

In all your ways, submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.

55. Romans 12:2

Do not be conformed to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by making your mind over. Then you will be able to prove what God’s will is—his good, pleasing, and perfect will.

56. Matthew 28:19

Go, therefore, make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.

57. Galatians 5:22

But the fruitage of the Holy Spirit is love, joy, peace, long-suffering, kindness, goodness, and faithfulness.

58. Romans 12:1

Therefore, I call you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’sGod’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God – this is your true and proper worship.

59. John 10:10

The thief cometh that he may steal, kill and destroy; I came that they might have life and have it to the full.

60. Acts 18:10

The Lord is with you, and no one will harm you, for I have many people in this city.

61. Acts 18:9

One night the Lord spoke to Paul in a vision: “Do not be afraid; keep talking, don’t be silent.

62. Acts 18:11

So Paul stayed in Corinth for a year and a half and taught them the word of God.

63. Galatians 2:20

For I am crucified with Christ, and it is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me. The life that I now live in the flesh, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.

64. 1 John 1:9

For when we confess our sins, the Lord is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness.

65.  Romans 3:23

For all have sinned and fall short of God’s glory.

66. John 14:6

“I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me”.

67. Matthew 28:20

and observe all that I have commanded you. And look, I am with you always, even to the very end of the age.

68. Romans 5:8

But God demonstrates his love for us in this: Christ died for us while we were still sinners.

69. Philippians 4:8

Finally, brothers, whatever things are true, whatever thing is noble, whatever thing is right, whatever thing is pure, whatever thing is lovely, whatever thing is admirable—if there is anything praiseworthy or excellent —think about such things.

70. Philippians 4:7

And the peace of the Lord, which excels all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.

71. Ephesians 2:9

Not by works, so that no one can boast

72. Romans 6:23

For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.

73. Isaiah 53:5

But he was wounded for our trespasses, crushed he was for our iniquities; the chastisement that brought us peace was upon him, and we are healed by his stripes.

74. 1 Peter 3:15

But in your hearts, worship Christ as Lord. Always be ready to give an answer to anyone who asks you to give a reason for your hope. But do it with gentleness and respect.

75. 2 Timothy 3:16

All Scripture is God-breathed and useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting, and training in righteousness.

76. Hebrews 12:2

Looking to Jesus, the originator and finisher of our faith, who, for the joy that was set before him, endured the cross, despising the shame, and sits at the right hand of the throne of God.

77. 1 Corinthians 10:13

No temptation has befallen you that is common to men, but God is faithful who will not allow you to be tempted beyond your ability, and with the temptation also make a way of escape, that you may bear it.

78. Matthew 11:28

Come to me, all you who are toiling and are heavily laden, and I will give you rest.

79. Hebrews 11:1

Now, faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.

80. 2 Corinthians 5:17

Therefore if any man is in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are new.

81. Hebrews 13:5

Free your life off the love of money while you are contented with what you have because God said, “I will never leave you; I will never leave you.

82. Romans 10:9

That if you confess the Lord Jesus with your mouth and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.

83. Genesis 1:26

Further, God said, “Let Us make man in our image, according to our likeness, to rule over the fish of the sea and the birds of the air, over the livestock and all the wild animals, and over all the creatures that move on the ground.

84. Matthew 11:29

Take my yoke upon you and learn from me; I am meek and lowly in heart, and you shall find rest for your souls.

85. Acts 1:8

But you will receive power after the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses both in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria and to the ends of the earth.

86. Isaiah 53:4

He certainly bore our sorrows and carried our pains, but we considered him wounded, smitten of God, and afflicted.

87. 2 Corinthians 5:21

For he made him who knew no sin to be sin for us; that in him we might be made the righteousness of God.

88. John 11:25

Jesus said to her: I am the resurrection and the life; he that believeth in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live.

89. Hebrews 11:6

For without faith, it is impossible to please God: for he who comes to God must believe that he is and that he is a rewarder of those who earnestly seek him.

90. John 5:24

Amen, amen, I say to you, whoever hears my word and believes in him who sent me has eternal life and will not come into judgment; but passes from death to life.

91. James 1:2

My brothers, count on joy when you fall into various temptations.

92. Isaiah 53:6

All of us who love sheep have gone astray; each of us turned to his own way, and the Lord laid upon him the iniquity of us all.

93. Acts 2:38

Then Peter said to them: Repent and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of sins, and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.

94. Ephesians 3:20

To him, that is able to do immeasurably above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us.

95. Matthew 11:30

Take my yoke, for my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.

96. Genesis 1:27

So God created man in his image, in the image of God, he created him; male and female, he created them.

97. Colossians 3:12

Put on, therefore, as the God’s chosen ones, holy and beloved, the bowels of mercy, kindness, lowliness of mind, meekness, forbearance.

98. Hebrews 12:1

Therefore, when such a great cloud of witnesses surrounds us, let us throw away everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race he has appointed for us.

99. Matthew 28:18

And Jesus came and spoke to them, saying: All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me.

100. Matthew 5:16

May your light shine in front of men so they may see your fruitful work and glorify your father in heaven.

Note: The passages and excerpts in this article are coined from diverse versions of the scriptures to appeal in terms of vocabulary, meaning, and of course, application.

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Conclusion

Unlike any other book, the Bible gives us hope and strength to face daily challenges and adversities.

With these 100 Bible Verses For Comfort And Encouragement, we hope you have found the help you need to get through anything that troubles you.